Read Mark 3:-13-19
O to have been in that number. The Twelve. Signifying a new covenant community. Like 12 tribes of Israel. Jesus established his movement by designating 12. These guys were not perfect any more than the 12 sons of Jacob in the Old Testament were perfect. But God was intent on doing great things through the lives of these willing followers of Jesus Christ.
They were called the Apostles. That word simply defined is "ones who are sent by another with the authority of the sender." Multiplying the impact of Jesus' message, these guys would be included in Jesus inner circle of students and friends. And be sent out. Jesus' method of changing the world was subtle but impactful. A small group. Committed to him and his mission. That method still works. A small group of the willing and committed can change the world.
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